Spearfish Police Department

10/09/2026

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Here’s a look at some of the events happening throughout the month!

Also, don’t forget to stop by the Belle Fourche Rec Center and the Belle Fourche Public Library this week, where you can find information about Artemis House and the services we offer.

10/09/2026

October is Pedestrian Safety Month!🚶‍♀️‍➡️When you’re walking, keep your attention on what’s happening around you👀Watch for traffic before crossing, stay visible, and avoid distractions along the way.

10/08/2026

🚓🚓 🚓🚓Being a part of the Spearfish Police Department is much more than a job. It’s an opportunity to grow your career, make a difference in your own life and in the lives of people around you, and live in one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world.
https://www.kotatv.com/2026/10/07/spearfish-police-boost-pay-incentives-department-works-recruit-officers/

City of Spearfish Municipal Government

The Spearfish Police Department is boosting pay and offering bonuses, housing assistance and new opportunities as it works to recruit and retain officers.

10/06/2026

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City of Spearfish Municipal Government

SPEARFISH, SD – To recruit and retain quality candidates who serve their community, the Spearfish Police Department continues to adapt to evolving workforce expectations by increasing wages, updating

10/06/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜Domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, affects millions and includes physical, sexual, psychological abuse and stalking.
Learn about the warning signs, why the conversation matters, long-term health impacts, and how friends, family and the community can support survivors.

Carter Soyer sits down with Associate Clinician Fey Ramirez to discuss domestic violence warning signs, how to help and where to turn for support.

10/05/2026

Stay alert for deer on roadways!
🦌Take note of deer warning signs: Such signs are positioned only where animal crossings are very likely - but they could happen anywhere.
🦌Beware during peak danger periods - Peaks in deer/vehicle collisions occur October to December and also in May. Highest-risk times are from sunset to midnight, and the hours shortly before and after sunrise.
🦌Drive with caution: During danger periods or on roads where hitting a deer is a possibility, drive with caution at or below the posted speed limit.
🦌See one? Look for another: Be aware that further deer may well cross after the one you have noticed, particularly during the mating season, but also where deer are in herds.
🔦Use your lights: After dark, do use full-beam when there is no opposing traffic. The headlight beam will illuminate the eyes of deer on or near a roadway and provide greater driver reaction time. BUT, when a deer or other animal is noted on the road, dim your headlights as animals startled by the beam may ‘freeze’ rather than leaving the road.
🚗Don't over-swerve to avoid hitting a deer: If a collision with the animal seems inevitable, then hit it while maintaining full control of your car.
The alternative of swerving into oncoming traffic or off of the road surface could be even worse. Motorcyclists, are at particular risk when in direct collisions with animals.
🚙🛻Cars behind you: Only brake sharply and stop if there is no danger of being hit by following traffic, and use your hazard lights. Try to come to a stop as far away from an animal as possible to enable it to leave the roadside without panic.

If you see an injured deer on the roadside:
• Pull over at the next safe place
• Call law enforcement, giving as precise a location as you can. They will deal with road safety issues and have access to specialists who will know the best course of action for the animal if it is alive.
If you hit a deer while driving, your priorities, in this order, are:
• Keep yourself and anyone with you as safe as you can.
• Park your car in the safest place with hazard lights on.
• Call an ambulance if human injuries warrant it.
• Call law enforcement.

Fall brings changing driving conditions. 🍂⚠️

Stay prepared so you're ready for anything behind the wheel.

10/02/2026

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

Throughout October, we’ll be sharing ways to learn about domestic violence, recognize unhealthy and abusive behaviors, support victims and survivors, and take meaningful action in our communities.

Follow along throughout the month for resources, conversations and ways to take action. And remember: You don’t have to navigate this alone. Support is available 24/7.

Call: 800-999-2348

10/02/2026

PARADE ROUTE UPDATE: The Spearfish School District 40-2 2026 homecoming parade begins at 2 p.m. today (Friday, October 2nd)! Route details are below🚧There will be road closures in place during the parade. procession.

PARADE UPDATE: Due to construction completion, thank you to the hard work of the contractors, the Spartan parade will continue down MAIN STREET. Thank you for your patience and flexibility in making this a FUN day to CELEBRATE our SPARTAN NATION! 📣

Go Spartans!!

Spartan Athletic Booster Club

10/01/2026

⚠️No government agency, bank, law enforcement agency, etc., will ever ask you to wire money or send cash, gift cards, cryptocurrency, etc., as a form of payment, nor operate in this manner to resolve issues. They will also never ask you for your Social Security Number, bank account information, or activation codes for gift cards. https://www.spearfish.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/364

These claims are ENTIRELY FALSE and are part of a SCAM to steal from you. The scammer will be demanding and threatening - do not be afraid to hang up! These phone calls can be frightening because they seem legitimate. Talk to your family members and friends to help keep them safe from falling from these types of scams.

SPEARFISH, SD – The Spearfish Police Department reminds everyone to take steps to protect themselves from scams. Law enforcement and government agencies will never contact you and ask you to &nb